Although I could have wished it to go into a LITTLE more depth, and add sixteen more chapters & a hundred more photos... this was a really enjoyable read. As a supporter of Best Friends, I can recommend this one to all you animal-lovers & -rescuers out there.
Having just read a truly dreadful animal-rescue book, "Canine Caper : Real Life Tales of a Female Pet Vigilante," by Rose Block and Delilah Ahrendt, diving into this one was a great relief.
God bless everyone involved with the Best Friends effort, out there.
Array
Much has changed at Best Friends since this book was written. First, all the old founders are gone, and have been replaced with unknowns, some that have been fired under odd circumstances. Second, Best Friends has NOT succeeded at No Kill at their sanctuary. They turn away animals brought to them, and they have been getting rid of dogs they were committed to care for in large numbers, and are downsizing. Donors aren't aware of this. Also, information surfaced (documented by business records) that the merchandise purchased from Best Friends like Tishirts, mugs, etc. goes to a private corporation that financially benefits the founders, not the sanctuary. Something strange is going on at Best Friends, and there has been a troubling involvement with breeders and breeder groups who don't have the animals' interests at heart. This book is completely outdated, as nearly everything about Best Friends has changed since its publication, and not for the better.
Amazing People Make a Difference
This book is the story about the admirable people who created Dogdown and how they did it. It is about people, making a difference in the world. The animals they sought to protect are presented as more of a backdrop rather than the actual story because the book is about enacting an idea. I found the parade of characters discussed a little bit confusing but I am sure that they did not want to leave anyone out. It takes "a village" to create a sanctuary of this magnitude. Having said that, it is a worthy read and I found the story very interesting and instructional. Thank goodness for people like this.
Beautiful and Inspiring
This book made me laugh and cry, and inspired me to tell everyone about the great work they are doing. I really enjoyed the stories about each animals personalities and relationships. It's as much about them as the people who made it happen.
Best Friends
Book in poor condition - not as advertised/rated by the seller. Cover torn, bent, spine broken, pages falling out in the middle. Very disappointed.
